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How to prevent a fire when using heaters
Make sure your heating equipment is installed safely and maintained properly.
Heating with
wood
Before installing a new fireplace or wood stove, check with your municipality for authorization.
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Gas or oil
heating
Gas or oil heaters can cause a fire if they are misused or broken.
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Electric
heating
Electric heaters such as space heaters can cause a fire if they are improperly used or installed.
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Ethanol
fireplace
An ethanol fireplace is a decorative device and should not be used to heat a room. Ethanol is a liquid fuel that can produce irritating and flammable fumes.
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Last update: February 23, 2023
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